G-RIG’s novel camera system VALOS, brushless gimbal camera rig goes to NAB 2014.
A highly sensitive sensor detects natural body movement. The movement information is quickly processed by a microprocessor and passed on to the motors. These motors move the camera, which is mounted on the system, equally into the opposite direction of the natural movement. This creates a stable horizon, enabling smooth and steady motion pictures.
Flexible and simple handling for perfectly balanced filming.
The system is basically designed for movie cameras up to 6 kg. The architecture of VALOS makes it independent from any kind of attachment to the floor, vehicles, persons or other given options and still delivers perfect shooting results.
One big advantage is the unrestricted liberty of movement. Thus, e.g. tracking shots from the floor to an overhead position can be performed. A single battery provides full power supply to all the system’s components. The “V-Mount Battery”, which is included in the delivery as “FUELUNIT”, has proved itself in the practice of professional filming for years. Furthermore, VALOS stands out due to its “Ready to Shoot”-concept. This means that the operator can work with the system without purchasing any further products and start after only a short training period – in contrast to the Steadicam. An app for iOS and Android Devices is included and allows an easy configuration of the system software.
High-Tech: Action above water, on land and in the air
VALOS is splash-proof and can also be used in rainy conditions. The light weight and slim construction make it very flexible in use. Therefore it is possible to shoot on, out of or in vehicles without any additional mounting. The system also stabilizes filming from aircrafts, e.g. helicopters. Of course, it can be used on in-line-skates or Segways as well.
Two Austrian engineers.
Clemens Fischer (42), cinematographer and producer, and Wolfgang Vogel (40), engineer and IT specialist, decided to create their own solution after an unsuccessful search for such a camera system. Both of them have over 20 years’ experience and the necessary creativity. They have finished building VALOS after one year’s work and it is now ready for presentation at NABSHOW in Las Vegas.
VALOS will be ready for pre-order as from 7 April 2014 on G-Rig for the price of $11.900 (outside the EU, excluding VAT, custom duties and shipping costs), €8.900 (inside the EU, excluding VAT and shipping costs). Upon request, VALOS may also be tested.
Included in the delivery:
FUELUNIT 75 battery
FUELSTATION charging station
Remote control for use by two persons
Adjustable camera plate with rod mount
VALOS rack
Fixtures for other equipment